Houston ISD Superintendent Millard House announced late Thursday (Aug. 19) that he’s expanding virtual instruction options for students 11 and under, who are not yet able to get vaccinated against the coronavirus. House said he is launching a “virtual academy” for youngsters with compromised immune systems when school begins Aug. 30, that will also be open to any students … [Read more...] about HISD to provide ‘virtual academy’ option for grade schoolers with immune issues
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‘Interim’ for 3 years, HISD chief leaving for full superintendent title in Missouri
Grenita Lathan — who has served as interim superintendent of the Houston ISD for three years — is leaving to lead the Springfield, Mo. Public School District, she announced Monday (March 8). “It’s a bittersweet moment as I accept an opportunity to make a positive impact in the Springfield (Missouri) Public School District, while bidding farewell to one of the most remarkable … [Read more...] about ‘Interim’ for 3 years, HISD chief leaving for full superintendent title in Missouri
No HISD classes Monday-Tuesday, but it’s back to school online Wednesday
Houston ISD will extend its weather shutdown Monday and Tuesday (Feb. 21-22), with students returning to asynchronous online learning Wednesday through Friday and hybrid instruction — in-person and online classes — resuming Monday, March 1. According to an announcement from the district, students will transition to asynchronous virtual learning Wednesday through Friday, … [Read more...] about No HISD classes Monday-Tuesday, but it’s back to school online Wednesday
HISD extends class cancellations through end of week
Houston ISD has extended its shutdown through Friday (Feb. 19) — with campuses closed and no online classes being offered. Extracurricular activities, athletic events and food distribution has also been canceled for the remainder of the week. Here is the district’s statement, issued midday Wednesday: Due to ongoing power issues and the impact on many families, HISD’s … [Read more...] about HISD extends class cancellations through end of week
UPDATE: HISD cancels Wednesday-Thursday classes
Houston ISD has extended its shutdown at least two more days — with classes completely canceled Wednesday and Thursday (Feb. 17-18) — and will evaluate and announce later whether asynchronous learning will take place Friday. All athletic and extracurricular events are also canceled, as well as the district’s food distributions. Under asynchronous learning, students log … [Read more...] about UPDATE: HISD cancels Wednesday-Thursday classes